1975 Mazda Chante vs. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 537 cc (3 cylinders), 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Chante (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Chante should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Chante | 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | Chante | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 537 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1940 mm |