1981 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 11 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 60 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Suzuki Samurai 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 | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | SJ 410 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2490 mm |
