2009 Kia Rio vs. 1984 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 25 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 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 274 kg more than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Kia Rio (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1984 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Rio | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2040 mm |
