1997 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1985 Saab 90
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Saab 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Saab 90 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Saab 90. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1985 Saab 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 805 kg more than 1985 Saab 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Saab 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Saab 90. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Saab 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1985 Saab 90 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Saab |
| Model | Bravada | 90 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2470 mm |
