2004 Acura MDX vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 180 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Acura | Oldsmobile |
Model | MDX | Bravada |
Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2720 mm |