1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1975 Suzuki LJ 20
To start off, 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20.
Because 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | LJ 20 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
