1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 150 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
