2009 Ford Focus vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 159 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Focus | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2800 mm |
