1999 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1968 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona 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 60 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 930 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. 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 1968 Toyota Corona. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 1968 Toyota Corona
Make Oldsmobile Toyota
Model Bravada Corona
Year Released 1999 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 1857 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1915 kg 985 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2590 mm


 

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