1991 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 19 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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (255 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (188 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 36 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. 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 2010 Buick LaCrosse. 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 (353 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (294 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Buick |
| Model | Bravada | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2837 mm |
