1997 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 86 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Toyota Celica (622 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Toyota |
| Model | Bravada | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 622 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
