1958 Ford Consul vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 826 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Consul | Bravada |
Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |