1997 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 475 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Oldsmobile Bravada | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
Model | Bravada | Corvette |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2685 mm |