1990 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1970 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 204 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 111 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 925 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 204. 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 1970 Peugeot 204. 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 204. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1970 Peugeot 204 has manual transmission. 1970 Peugeot 204 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.
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1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1970 Peugeot 204 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Bravada | 204 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1130 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |