1968 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort | 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Escort | Bravada |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |