1971 Citroen Ami vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1971 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen Ami. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen Ami | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
Model | Ami | Bravada |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |