2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 161 kg more than 2004 Buick LeSabre.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick LeSabre. 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, both vehicles can yield 312 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Buick LeSabre | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Buick | Oldsmobile |
Model | LeSabre | Bravada |
Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 312 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |