1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Because 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Opel Corsa (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Opel | Suzuki |
| Model | Corsa | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |
