2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2005 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 15 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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2005 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2005 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Jeep | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Wrangler | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2720 mm |
