2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (400 HP) has 282 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (534 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Marcos | Oldsmobile |
| Model | TSO | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
