1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 851 kg more than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Aspen | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 1940 mm |
