2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 640 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Yukon | 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Yukon | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2800 mm |