1967 Renault 10 vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. 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 1967 Renault 10. 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, 1967 Renault 10 (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault 10 | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 10 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2040 mm |
