1990 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1990 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 6 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 740 kg more than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 1990 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Thunderbird | 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Thunderbird | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2040 mm |
