1989 Pontiac Grand Safari vs. 1983 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Pontiac Grand Safari | 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Safari | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5032 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |