2001 Renault Laguna vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 546 kg more than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Laguna | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Laguna | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
