1970 Nissan Cherry vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1970 Nissan Cherry.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Cherry | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Cherry | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2040 mm |
