1988 Mitsubishi Starion vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada

To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Starion would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 790 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1988 Mitsubishi Starion has manual transmission. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1988 Mitsubishi Starion 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
Make Mitsubishi Oldsmobile
Model Starion Bravada
Year Released 1988 1999
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 4300 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 102 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 1915 kg