2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1980 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 25 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 410 kg more than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 1980 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Transit Connect | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2040 mm |