1983 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 460 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 2008 Toyota Camry. 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry 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 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | SJ 410 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
