1969 Honda S600 vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S600 would be higher. At 791 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Honda S600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Honda S600 (70 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1969 Honda S600.
Because 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Honda S600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1969 Honda S600 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Honda S600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Honda S600 | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S600 | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 1940 mm |