1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Holden Monaro weights approximately 620 kg more than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Monaro | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1940 mm |
