2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 18 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 887 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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, 2009 Dodge Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Ram | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2800 mm |
