1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 6 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 545 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1997 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1997 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1997 De Tomaso Guara 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:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Guara | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
