2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 170 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Quest | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2800 mm |
