1986 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Sprint would be higher. At 1,269 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Chevrolet Sprint. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 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, 1986 Chevrolet Sprint (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Sprint will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Sprint | 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Sprint | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1269 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
