2005 Fiat Stilo vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo 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 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Fiat Stilo.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Stilo. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Stilo | 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
Model | Stilo | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1698 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2800 mm |