2009 Nissan Altima vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 461 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Altima | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
