1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 335 kg more than 1974 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Avanti | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Avanti | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2730 mm |
