1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 1 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 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 60 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.
Because 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1994 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caprice | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
