2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1530 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Suzuki |
| Model | Silver Seraph | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2040 mm |
