2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 17 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (164 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Mondeo | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
