1972 Opel Admiral vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Opel Admiral (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Opel Admiral should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Admiral weights approximately 605 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 1972 Opel Admiral. 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, 1972 Opel Admiral (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Opel Admiral | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Opel | Suzuki |
Model | Admiral | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2784 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2040 mm |