1990 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 22 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 39 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (119 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira.
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1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
Model | Bravada | Nubira |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |