1975 Honda Civic vs. 1975 Suzuki LJ 20
To start off, both 1975 Honda Civic and 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,169 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda Civic (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20.
Because 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 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 Honda Civic (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1975 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki LJ 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 1975 Suzuki LJ 20 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | LJ 20 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
