1963 Austin A 99 vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 385 kg more than 1963 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin A 99 | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | A 99 | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
