1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 200 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | GMC | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Suburban | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3030 mm |
