1990 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 21 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, 2011 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 7 kg more than 2011 Acura RDX.
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, 2011 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2011 Acura RDX | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Acura |
Model | Bravada | RDX |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2649 mm |