1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 380 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Corvette | Bravada |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |