1951 Cadillac 62 vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 5,422 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Cadillac 62 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 882 kg more than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Cadillac 62. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1951 Cadillac 62 (423 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Cadillac 62 | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | 62 | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5422 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2040 mm |