1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada

To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Buick Roadmaster 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
Make Buick Oldsmobile
Model Roadmaster Bravada
Year Released 1991 1998
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5002 cc 4299 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 168 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 345 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1915 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2730 mm


 

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