1992 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
Model | Bravada | Toronado |
Year Released | 1992 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3110 mm |