2008 Dodge Durango vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2008 Dodge Durango is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (188 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 404 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Durango. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (353 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Durango | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
