2009 Honda Civic vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette (238 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 1994 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
Model | Civic | Silhouette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 238 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |