1950 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1986 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1950 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep CJ3A | 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | CJ3A | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
