1995 Ford Mondeo vs. 1986 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1995 Ford Mondeo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 350 kg more than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1995 Ford Mondeo (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Mondeo | 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondeo | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
