2004 Ford Maverick vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2004 Ford Maverick is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 275 kg more than 2004 Ford Maverick. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Maverick | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Maverick | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
