2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 948 kg more than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |
