2008 Audi A4 vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 14 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, 2008 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Audi A4.
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, 2008 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A4 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
