2007 Lotus Exige vs. 1983 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2007 Lotus Exige is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lotus Exige weights approximately 5 kg more than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lotus Exige | 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Exige | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2040 mm |
