1999 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 200 kg more than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. 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 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada has manual transmission. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Oldsmobile Oldsmobile
Model Bravada Toronado
Year Released 1999 1976
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 7444 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 160 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 345 Nm 518 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1915 kg 2115 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5620 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 3110 mm


 

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