1954 Rover P4 vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Rover P4 (80 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Rover P4 weights approximately 744 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Rover P4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 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, 1954 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Rover P4 | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Rover | Suzuki |
Model | P4 | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1940 mm |