2008 Honda Accord vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 610 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1993 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, 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Accord | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2353 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
