1966 Renault Floride vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Floride would be higher. At 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Renault Floride is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Renault Floride (51 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Renault Floride should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Renault Floride weights approximately 85 kg more than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Renault Floride. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1966 Renault Floride (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Renault Floride will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Floride | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Floride | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1940 mm |
