1976 GMC Suburban vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1976 GMC Suburban is newer by 4 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 61 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 265 kg more than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1976 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 GMC Suburban 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1976 GMC Suburban | 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Suburban | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3230 mm |