2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 1991 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 429 kg more than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. 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 Oldsmobile Silhouette (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 1991 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Plymouth |
| Model | Silhouette | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
