2008 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 436 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Accord | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
