2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1982 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (173 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 945 kg more than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 1982 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Town & Country | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3301 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2040 mm |
