1982 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Volvo 120 (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Volvo 120. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | SJ 410 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |
