2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (185 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 188 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Silhouette | Supra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3392 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
