1986 Lancia Prisma vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1986 Lancia Prisma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Prisma (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 80 kg more than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Lancia Prisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1986 Lancia Prisma (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Prisma | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Prisma | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |
