1992 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 555 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Because 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Commodore. (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Holden |
| Model | Bravada | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
