1976 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1985 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 425 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 1985 Toyota Celica. 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. 1985 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 has manual transmission. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | LJ 50 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2620 mm |
