1996 Audi A4 vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1996 Audi A4 is newer by 3 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A4 (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Audi A4.
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, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A4 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
