2009 Cadillac STS vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Cadillac STS is newer by 16 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Cadillac STS.
Because 2009 Cadillac STS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Cadillac STS (369 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac STS | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | STS | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
