2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 544 kg more than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
