1999 Pontiac Salsa vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1999 Pontiac Salsa is newer by 19 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Salsa should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Salsa weights approximately 330 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 1999 Pontiac Salsa. 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, 1999 Pontiac Salsa (203 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Salsa | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Salsa | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2040 mm |
