1984 Buick Electra vs. 1986 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 580 kg more than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1984 Buick Electra (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Electra | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2040 mm |