2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1983 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1110 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.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2040 mm |
