2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (168 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Familia | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Familia | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
