1999 AC Ace vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 625 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Because 1999 AC Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 AC Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Ace has manual transmission. 1999 AC Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Ace | 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | AC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ace | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |