2007 Audi A8 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 17 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, 2007 Audi A8 (329 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Audi A8.
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, 2007 Audi A8 (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A8 | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
Model | A8 | Bravada |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |