1983 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 840 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Escort | 1995 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
Model | Escort | Bravada |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |