1997 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Celica. (119 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 735 kg more than 1982 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Bravada | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
