2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 14 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 529 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
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 Chevrolet Equinox (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Equinox | Bravada |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |