1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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 45 more horse power than 2013 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 496 kg more than 2013 Honda Civic. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic. 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2013 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2013 Honda Civic 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Honda |
| Model | Silhouette | Civic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4458 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1752 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1397 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2620 mm |
