1990 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1996 Venturi 400 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 640 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Venturi 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi 400 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Venturi |
| Model | Bravada | 400 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
