1990 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 17 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, 2007 Volvo S80 (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 190 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S80. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (281 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
Model | Bravada | S80 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |