1974 Skoda S 110 R vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda S 110 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda S 110 R would be higher. At 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Skoda S 110 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Skoda S 110 R (51 HP @ 4650 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Skoda S 110 R should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Skoda S 110 R weights approximately 40 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 1974 Skoda S 110 R. 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, 1974 Skoda S 110 R (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Skoda S 110 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Skoda S 110 R | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | S 110 R | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1940 mm |
