2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1982 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Range Rover | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2510 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |
