1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 34 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 99 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 793 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza, 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 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Forenza |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 178 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2490 mm |