2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1989 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 208 kg more than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | SSR | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
