1996 Kia Capital vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1996 Kia Capital is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 325 kg more than 1996 Kia Capital. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Capital. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1996 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1996 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Capital | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Capital | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2800 mm |
