1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 580 kg more than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
Model | Rally Raid | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2040 mm |