2002 Subaru Outback vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2002 Subaru Outback is newer by 17 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Outback weights approximately 620 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, 2002 Subaru Outback (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Outback | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
