1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 635 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1992 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | Silhouette | 19 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |