1976 Cadillac Seville vs. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1976 Cadillac Seville (372 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Cadillac Seville | 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Seville | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2040 mm |