1970 Buick GS vs. 2009 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2009 Tata Sumo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Sumo weights approximately 250 kg more than 1970 Buick GS.
Because 2009 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Tata Sumo 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2009 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Buick | Tata |
| Model | GS | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
