1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Oldsmobile SS
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile SS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile SS (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile SS should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Oldsmobile SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Oldsmobile SS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Suburban | SS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3110 mm |
