1998 Porsche 911 vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 586 kg more than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Porsche 911 (583 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 443 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2040 mm |
