2001 Audi A4 vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2001 Audi A4 is newer by 10 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Audi A4. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 114 kg more than 2001 Audi A4. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A4 | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A4 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
