2008 Nissan Armada vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 800 kg more than 2008 Nissan Armada.
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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Armada | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
