2008 Honda Element vs. 1989 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413.
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 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Element | SJ 413 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1270 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |