1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 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 95 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Opel Corsa. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa. 1997 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2009 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2009 Opel Corsa 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 | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Silhouette | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
