1959 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 505 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1959 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac Eldorado | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Cadillac | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Eldorado | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
