1997 Mazda Sentia vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1997 Mazda Sentia 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Mazda Sentia.
Because 1997 Mazda Sentia 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 Mazda Sentia. 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 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda Sentia | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sentia | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
