2005 Honda Accord vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (163 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Accord | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 298 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |