1997 Acura NSX vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura NSX would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura NSX (272 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 545 kg more than 1997 Acura NSX.
Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura NSX. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1997 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura NSX | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
| Model | NSX | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
