1979 Bristol 412 vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bristol 412 weights approximately 820 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 1979 Bristol 412. 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, 1979 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bristol 412 | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
| Model | 412 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2040 mm |
