2002 Acura NSX vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 11 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 268 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Because 2002 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 2002 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2002 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 2002 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | NSX | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2800 mm |
