1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1993 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 570 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1993 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
| Model | Silhouette | Laser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2480 mm |
