1985 Hyundai Pony vs. 1987 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Hyundai Pony (67 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 4 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 1985 Hyundai Pony. 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, 1985 Hyundai Pony (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Hyundai Pony | 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Pony | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |
