1979 Oldsmobile Starfire vs. 2004 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire would be higher. At 4,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. (130 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire weights approximately 29 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2004 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Aerio 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, 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire (332 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Oldsmobile Starfire | 2004 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Starfire | Aerio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4997 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
