1963 Austin Princess vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (188 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 390 kg more than 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Because 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (353 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1963 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1963 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Princess | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
Model | Princess | Bravada |
Year Released | 1963 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2720 mm |