2000 Acura NSX vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2000 Acura NSX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura NSX (480 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 145 kg more than 2000 Acura NSX.
Because 2000 Acura NSX 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 2000 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2000 Acura NSX (542 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm). This means 2000 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2000 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura NSX | 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | NSX | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
