2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz 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 86 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 672 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1995 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Jazz | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
