1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 615 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-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 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Baleno, 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (279 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (178 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Baleno |
Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |