1976 Citroen LN vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen LN would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1976 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen LN (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 34 kg more than 1976 Citroen LN.
Because 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | LN | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1940 mm |
