1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (365 HP) has 339 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car (679 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile 442 Indy Pace Car | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | 442 Indy Pace Car | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
