1994 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2002 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 4 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2002 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Bravada | Outback |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
