2003 Mazda Premacy vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Premacy 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 Mazda Premacy | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Premacy | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2003 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |