1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 2 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 275 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.
Because 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Ford Sierra (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Sierra | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
