2008 Honda CR-V vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 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 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
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, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | CR-V | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |