2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Nissan X-Trail | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
Model | X-Trail | Bravada |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |