1958 Ford 17 vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1958 Ford 17 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | 17 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
