1985 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | SJ 410 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |
