1998 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Porsche |
| Model | Bravada | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
