1991 Chevrolet APV vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet APV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet APV would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet APV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 200 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet APV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chevrolet APV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chevrolet APV. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chevrolet APV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet APV | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | APV | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
