1998 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1990 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Camry. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 710 kg more than 1990 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Toyota Camry. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Camry. (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Camry. 1990 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada has manual transmission. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1990 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Bravada | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
