2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (188 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 137 kg more than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
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, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (353 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Tribute | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Mazda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Tribute | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
