1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1987 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (75 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 164 kg more than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Sierra (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Sierra | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
