2009 Audi A3 vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 760 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
Because 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Audi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A3 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
