1971 Buick GS vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick GS weights approximately 162 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Buick GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | GS | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
