2009 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 1981 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1981 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, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410. (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | 1981 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Outback Sport | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
