1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 1987 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane is newer by 1 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 754 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.
Because 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fairlane. 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, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fairlane | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
