2004 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada (275 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Because 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Bravada | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 91 L |
