1998 Ford Contour vs. 1989 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1998 Ford Contour is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Contour (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Contour weights approximately 372 kg more than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 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 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Contour | 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Contour | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
