1999 Isuzu Vehicross vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Isuzu Vehicross weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross will offer significantly more control. 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 Isuzu Vehicross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Isuzu Vehicross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Isuzu Vehicross | 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Isuzu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Vehicross | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2800 mm |
