1993 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1958 Talbot 2500
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot 2500 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 39 more horse power than 1958 Talbot 2500. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot 2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 790 kg more than 1958 Talbot 2500. 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 1958 Talbot 2500. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot 2500. (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot 2500. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1958 Talbot 2500 has manual transmission. 1958 Talbot 2500 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:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1958 Talbot 2500 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Talbot |
| Model | Bravada | 2500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
