1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 954 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 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | V8 Saloon | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
