1998 Buick Regal vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Regal (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Regal weights approximately 624 kg more than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Regal | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2040 mm |
