2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 525 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Land Rover | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Discovery | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
