1983 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 2007 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2007 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki SX4 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, 2007 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | 2007 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Phoenix | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
