1968 Nissan President vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1968 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 395 kg more than 1968 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Nissan President | 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
Model | President | Bravada |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |