1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2002 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Aerio (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 557 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-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 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Aerio, 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, 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Aerio. (183 Nm). This means 1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2002 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
Model | Ninety-Eight | Aerio |
Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 183 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2490 mm |