1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (188 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 800 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada (353 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1970 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1970 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1991 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cortina | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
