2006 Citroen C8 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2006 Citroen C8 is newer by 17 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Citroen C8 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C8 | 1989 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | C8 | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
