1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 36 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 39 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2650 mm |
