1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Leone 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 111 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 715 kg more than 1991 Subaru Leone. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Silhouette | Leone |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2470 mm |
