2007 Mazda 6 vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 445 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 6 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
