2009 Nissan Quest vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 687 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest. 2009 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada has manual transmission. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Quest | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Quest | Bravada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1228 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
