1984 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. 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 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2040 mm |
