1991 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 20 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 589 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 2011 Ford F-150. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Ford |
| Model | Bravada | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3670 mm |
