1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Step Wagon | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |