1985 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 25 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2128 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 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 | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | SJ 410 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3967 mm |
