1983 Mazda 323 vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 2 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 1,071 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mazda 323 | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 323 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
