1991 GMC Suburban vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1991 GMC Suburban is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1991 GMC Suburban.
Because 1991 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Suburban | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Suburban | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
