1998 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1998 De Tomaso Guara 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 615 kg more than 1998 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1998 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1998 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 1998 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 De Tomaso Guara | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Guara | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
