1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Let's talk about torque, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Jetfire | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
