2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 3,630 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1918 kg more 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (640 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3630 cc | 968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2788 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2040 mm |
