1999 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1984 Volvo 760
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 760 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 565 kg more than 1984 Volvo 760.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 760. (258 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1984 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Bravada | 760 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
