2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Dodge | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
