1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 205. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 985 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1989 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1989 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Silhouette | 205 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2430 mm |