1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 33 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 870 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2650 mm |
