1965 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,305 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 500 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 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | SL | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1940 mm |
