2002 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2002 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 189 kg more than 1993 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, 2002 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Rendezvous | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Rendezvous | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 3133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1839 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |