1988 Nissan Cedric vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Cedric. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Cedric. (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Cedric | 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cedric | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
