1993 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 410 kg more than 1993 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Dodge Intrepid. 1993 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada has manual transmission. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Dodge Intrepid | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Intrepid | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5123 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2730 mm |
