1981 Subaru Rex vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 970 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1981 Subaru Rex. 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 1981 Subaru Rex. 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, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Rex | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Rex | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
