1943 Citroen 15 vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 465 kg more than 1943 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1943 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1943 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 15 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2720 mm |
