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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 85 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 290 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
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 | 2977 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 249 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 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 |