1983 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 1981 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 162 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 1981 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1981 Toyota Corolla (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 | 1981 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | SJ 410 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
