1984 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (165 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 686 kg more than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | SJ 410 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 968 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3240 mm |
