1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 600 kg more than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |
