1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 124 kg more than 1998 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | Riviera | Bravada |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |