1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1989 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Swift is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1101 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Swift. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1989 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Swift |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2270 mm |
