2008 Nissan Frontier vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Frontier is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 615 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Frontier | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
Model | Frontier | Bravada |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 381 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |