1992 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2001 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 360 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. 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) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am. (278 Nm). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2001 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
| Model | Bravada | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
