1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Escudo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 800 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (196 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Escudo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
