1990 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 24 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (310 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bravada | Viano |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
