1983 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, both 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 and 1983 Vauxhall Nova were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Nova.
Because 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. 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 Suzuki SJ 410 (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Nova. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 | 1983 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Suzuki | Vauxhall |
| Model | SJ 410 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2350 mm |
