1990 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 395 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Impreza. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Impreza. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
Model | Bravada | Impreza |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2619 mm |