1969 Nissan Fairlady vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 244 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 1969 Nissan Fairlady. 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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Fairlady | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Fairlady | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 1940 mm |
