1987 Lincoln Continental vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Continental is newer by 5 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Continental (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 845 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 1987 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1987 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lincoln Continental | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Suzuki |
| Model | Continental | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
