1981 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 760 (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 522 kg more than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 760. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1988 Volvo 760 (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | SJ 410 | 760 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2780 mm |
