1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (156 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1996 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 85 kg more than 1996 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Caravan. (275 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Caravan | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
