2005 Kia Rio vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Rio | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2800 mm |
