1972 Nissan Skyline vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline 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 83 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 810 kg more than 1972 Nissan Skyline. 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 1972 Nissan Skyline. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Skyline | 1994 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Skyline | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
