2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 683 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
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 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Taurus X | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
