1968 Peugeot 504D vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 2,112 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504D (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504D should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 355 kg more than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Peugeot 504D. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Peugeot 504D (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 504D | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 504D | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2112 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
