1999 Buick Regal vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1999 Buick Regal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Regal (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Buick Regal.
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, 1999 Buick Regal (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Regal | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Regal | Silhouette |
Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3789 cc | 3133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2800 mm |