1978 Cadillac Seville vs. 1983 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1978 Cadillac Seville (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Seville | 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
Model | Seville | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 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 |