2008 Honda Stream vs. 1983 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 25 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 244 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 2008 Honda Stream. 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, 2008 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Stream | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
