2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 108 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
Model | Eldorado | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |