1969 Buick GS vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | GS | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
