1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada

To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 790 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
Make Alfa Romeo Oldsmobile
Model Giulia Bravada
Year Released 1969 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1570 cc 4298 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 95 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 312 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1000 kg 1790 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2720 mm


 

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