1986 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 880 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1986 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1986 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Ford | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Escort | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
