1987 Dodge Daytona vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1987 Dodge Daytona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Dodge Daytona (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1987 Dodge Daytona (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Dodge Daytona | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Daytona | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2040 mm |
