1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 31 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 452 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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 (488 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Corvette | Bravada |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 345 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |