1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 853 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Cortina | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2730 mm |
