Specifications
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There are basically three different Suzuki SJ models available, the SJ413, the SJ410, and the Spanish built SJ410 Santana. However, there are many variants of each model, such as Hard-top versions, Soft-top versions, Sport versions etc. Each of these variants in turn have their own specifications and extras. Below is a table showing the details of the three basic models.
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Maintenance specifications for the Suzuki Series SJ410
and SJ413.
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| Suzuki SJ Series - General specifications ... |
| SJ410 Santana | SJ413 Samurai |
| Length | 3430 | 4010 | Measured in millimeters |
| width | 1460 | 1460 | Measured in millimeters |
| Height | 1680 | 1910 | Measured in millimeters |
| Wheelbase | 2030 | 2375 | Measured in millimeters |
| track (front) | 1210 | 1210 | Measured in millimeters |
| track (rear) | 1220 | 1220 | Measured in millimeters |
| Minimum Clearance | 230 | 205 | Measured in millimeters |
| Weight | 840 | 935 | Measured in kilograms |
| Max Load | 435 | 435 | Measured in kilograms |
| Suzuki SJ Series - Detailed specifications ... |
| Suzuki SJ 410
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Suzuki SJ 410 Santana | Suzuki SJ 413
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Suzuki SJ 413 Samurai | |
| Engine | ||||
| Size | 970cc | 970cc | 1298cc | 1324cc |
| Bore/stroke | 65.5 x 72mm | 65.5 x 72mm | 74 X 75.5mm | 74 x 77mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.8 : 1 | 8.8 : 1 | 8.9 : 1 | 8.9 : 1 |
| Valve gear | OHC,belt drive | OHC,belt drive | OHC,belt drive | OHC,belt drive |
| Max power | 45 bhp at 5,500 rpm | 45 bhp at 5,500 rpm | 66 bhp at 6,000 rpm | 63 bhp at 6,000 rpm |
| Max torque | 54 lb/ft at 3,000 rpm | 54 lb/ft at 3,000 rpm | 76 lb/ft at 3,500 rpm | 73 lb/ft at 3,500 rpm |
| Fuel type | Unleaded petrol | Unleaded petrol | Unleaded petrol | Unleaded petrol |
| Carburettor |
Single-choke Mikuni-Solex |
Single-choke Mikuni-Solex |
Double-choke Mikuni-Solex |
Double-choke Mikuni-Solex |
| Fuel pump | Mechanical | Mechanical | Mechanical | Mechanical |
| Battery | 35 AH | 35 AH | 35 AH | 35 AH |
| Alternator | 35 A | 35 A | 35 A | 35 A |
| transmission | ||||
| Gearbox | 4-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Main Ratios1 1 1 1 1 |
Top = 1.0 3rd = 1.42 2nd = 1.95 1st = 3.14 1 |
Top = 0.79 4th = 1.0 3rd = 1.42 2nd = 1.95 1st = 3.16 |
Top = 0.86 4th = 1.0 3rd = 1.42 2nd = 1.95 1st = 3.65 |
Top = 0.79 4th = 1.0 3rd = 1.42 2nd = 1.95 1st = 3.65 |
| High Ratio | 1.58 | 1.58 | 1.41 | 1.41 |
| Low Ratio | 2.51 | 2.51 | 2.27 | 2.27 |
| Final Drive | 4.11 | 4.11 | 3.73 | 3.91 |
| Suspension | ||||
| Front | ||||
| -Springs | Semi-elliptic | Semi-elliptic | Semi-elliptic | Semi-elliptic |
| -Dampers | Telescopic | Telescopic | Telescopic | Telescopic |
| -Anti-roll bar | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Rear | ||||
| -Springs | Semi-elliptic | Semi-elliptic | Semi-elliptic | Semi-elliptic |
| -Dampers | Telescopic | Telescopic | Telescopic | Telescopic |
| -Anti-roll bar | No | No | No | No |
| Steering | ||||
| Type | Recirculating ball | Recirculating ball | Recirculating ball | Recirculating ball |
| Wheel diameter | 15.5 inch | 15.5 inch | 15.5 inch | 15.5 inch |
| Turns-lock to lock | 3.4 | 3.4 | 3.4 | 4.2 |
| Brakes | ||||
| Brakes | Hydraulic, dual circuit split front/rear |
Hydraulic, dual circuit split front/rear |
Hydraulic, dual circuit split front/rear |
Hydraulic, dual circuit split front/rear |
| Front | Disc | Disc | Disc | Disc |
| Rear | Drum | Drum | Drum | Drum |
| Servo | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Parking | Drum on propshaft | Drum on propshaft | On rear drums | On rear drums |
| Wheels | ||||
| Type | Spoked steel | Spoked steel | Spoked steel | Spoked steel |
| Rim width | 5.5 inches | 5.5 inches | 5.5 inches | 5.5 inches |
| Tyres | Radial 195SR-15 | Radial 195SR-15 | Radial 195SR-15 | Radial 205/70-15 |
| Equipment | ||||
| Windscren wipers | 2-speed + intermittent | 2-speed + flick wipe | 2-speed + flick wipe | 2-speed + intermittent |
| Interior heater | Water valve | Water valve | Water valve | Water valve |
| Radio | AM Mono | No | AM Mono | AM Mono |
| Digital Clock | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Head restraints | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Seat Upholstery | Fabric | Fabric | Fabric | Fabric |
| Floor covering | Carpet | Carpet | Carpet | Carpet |
| Body moulding | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Spare wheel cover | No | Yes | No | No |
| Spare wheel lock | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Passenger door mirror | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Lamp Guards | No | Yes | No | No |
| Underbody protection 1 |
Galvanised steel, vinyl sealant |
Galvanised steel, vinyl sealant |
Galvanised steel, vinyl sealant |
Galvanised steel, vinyl sealant |
| Reference Source ... |
These specifications have been taken from "Suzuki SJ - The Enthusiasts companion (Edited by Roy Hutton - Published by Motor Racing Publications Ltd - ISBN 0-947981-39-9)
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