2009 Chevrolet HHR vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet HHR 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 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet HHR (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet HHR. (222 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet HHR | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | HHR | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3380 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2800 mm |
