2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (164 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 756 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Armada | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2476 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2800 mm |
