2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 799 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 210 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 Lotec C 1000. 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 915 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Lotec | Suzuki |
| Model | C 1000 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1700 mm |
