1986 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 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, 1998 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | SJ 410 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| 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 | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
