1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1998 Proton 400
To start off, 1998 Proton 400 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1998 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 749 kg more than 1998 Proton 400. 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 400. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1998 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Proton 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1998 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Proton |
| Model | Silhouette | 400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
