1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Liana is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 695 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Liana |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2490 mm |
