2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Ducato | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
Make | Fiat | Suzuki |
Model | Ducato | SJ 410 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2040 mm |