1999 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1947 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1947 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 765 kg more than 1947 Triumph Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Triumph Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Triumph Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1947 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Triumph |
| Model | Bravada | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1947 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
