2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2040 mm |
