2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1987 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1484 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1987 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2040 mm |
