2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 18 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (188 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 819 kg more than 1991 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (353 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escalade | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
