1979 GMC Suburban vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1979 GMC Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1979 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Suburban weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1979 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1979 GMC Suburban | 1976 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
Model | Suburban | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3030 mm |