1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1215 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 1968 Cadillac DeVille. 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | DeVille | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2040 mm |
