1985 Holden Drover vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Holden Drover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Drover (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Holden Drover weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Holden Drover (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Drover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Drover | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Drover | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |