1981 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 2004 Tata Safari
To start off, 2004 Tata Safari is newer by 23 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Tata Safari weights approximately 1170 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, 2004 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Tata Safari 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 | 2004 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | SJ 410 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
