1993 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire 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 101 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Bravada | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2110 mm |
