1963 Buick Riviera vs. 1987 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Buick Riviera (321 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Buick Riviera weights approximately 984 kg more than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1963 Buick Riviera (603 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Buick Riviera | 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Riviera | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6571 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2040 mm |