1991 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Opel |
| Model | Bravada | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
