2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 18 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1804 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Express | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2040 mm |
