1994 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1985 Volvo 780
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volvo 780. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volvo 780 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 13 more horse power than 1985 Volvo 780. (145 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1985 Volvo 780. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 370 kg more than 1985 Volvo 780. 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 1985 Volvo 780. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volvo 780. (236 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volvo 780.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1985 Volvo 780 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Bravada | 780 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
