1993 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 68 kg more than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Cadillac |
| Model | Bravada | CTS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2880 mm |
