1958 Ford Popular vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada

To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Popular would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1958 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1958 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Popular. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Popular. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Ford Popular 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
Make Ford Oldsmobile
Model Popular Bravada
Year Released 1958 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1171 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 26 HP 272 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 63 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1440 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2880 mm


 

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