1990 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford F-150. 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (433 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Bravada | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3670 mm |
