1999 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 339 kg more than 2007 Volvo S80.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo S80. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S80. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Bravada | S80 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
