1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 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 92 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 510 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. 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 1951 Austin A 70. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 70 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
