2009 Lada Kalina vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 2009 Lada Kalina 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2009 Lada Kalina. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Kalina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 570 kg more than 2009 Lada Kalina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Kalina. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Kalina. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette has automatic transmission and 2009 Lada Kalina has manual transmission. 2009 Lada Kalina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lada Kalina | 1993 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Lada | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Kalina | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2800 mm |
