1987 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Because 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 | 1984 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | SJ 410 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
