1983 Ford Escort vs. 1983 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, both 1983 Ford Escort and 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Escort (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Escort weights approximately 180 kg more than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Ford Escort (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Escort | 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Escort | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2040 mm |