1980 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Volvo P 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | SJ 410 | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
