2008 Nissan Patrol vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 600 kg more than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Patrol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Patrol | 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Patrol | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4759 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2720 mm |
