1993 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1957 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder 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 50 more horse power than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (108 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 255 kg more than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. 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 1957 Riley Pathfinder. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley Pathfinder. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1957 Riley Pathfinder has manual transmission. 1957 Riley Pathfinder 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.
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1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1957 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Riley |
Model | Bravada | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1993 | 1957 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |