1980 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1980 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Mercedes-Benz G | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | G | Bravada |
Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |