1990 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2011 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2011 Nissan Armada 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Armada weights approximately 722 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 2011 Nissan Armada. 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, 2011 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2011 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Nissan |
Model | Bravada | Armada |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3129 mm |