1994 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 18 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 389 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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.
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1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Volkswagen |
Model | Bravada | GTI |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1401 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4213 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2578 mm |