1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 815 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Fiat | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Palio | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
