2003 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1958 Riley 4
To start off, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Riley 4 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1958 Riley 4. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1958 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 860 kg more than 1958 Riley 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Riley 4. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Riley 4. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1958 Riley 4 has manual transmission. 1958 Riley 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1958 Riley 4 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Riley |
Model | Bravada | 4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |