1991 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 22 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, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 220 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bravada | Malibu |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2738 mm |
