2004 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 970 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (63 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Naked.
Because 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Daihatsu Naked. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2004 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Naked | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Naked | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
