1976 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1400 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (299 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | LJ 50 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2860 mm |
