2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 380 kg more than 1992 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Odyssey | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Odyssey | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2800 mm |
