2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 15 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada. 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Strada 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:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1992 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Strada | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
