1994 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 751 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1984 Volvo 360 has manual transmission. 1984 Volvo 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Bravada | 360 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1039 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
