1988 Suzuki SJ 413 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1011 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Suzuki SJ 413 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | SJ 413 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1269 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 4379 mm |
