1990 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 490 kg more than 2010 Mazda 3. 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 Mazda 3. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mazda |
Model | Bravada | 3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2639 mm |