2003 Lancia Lybra vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2003 Lancia Lybra is newer by 12 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 (164 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 Lancia Lybra. 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 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Lybra. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2003 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2003 Lancia Lybra 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:
| 2003 Lancia Lybra | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Lancia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lybra | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2800 mm |
