1992 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 19 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 506 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 687 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bravada | S |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3165 mm |
