1991 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Porsche 911 (621 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2003 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2003 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Bravada | 911 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2360 mm |
