1982 Porsche 930 vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 930 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. 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 1982 Porsche 930. 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, 1982 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Porsche 930 | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 930 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
