1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 400 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2011 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2011 Honda Civic 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Silhouette | Civic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
