1990 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 865 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1957 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1957 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Bravada | 203 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
