1979 Subaru Coupe vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 45 kg more than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Coupe | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Coupe | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |
