2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Stratus. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Stratus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Stratus | 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
Model | Stratus | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2800 mm |