1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (136 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B weights approximately 835 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 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B. 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, 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B (219 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300B | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | 300B | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2040 mm |
