2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 25 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 602 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.
Because 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondeo | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
