1990 GMC Suburban vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1990 GMC Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (225 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Suburban | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Suburban | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3230 mm |
