1987 Suzuki SJ 410 vs. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 934 kg more than 1987 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, 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser (295 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 | 1996 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | SJ 410 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 970 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |