1976 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 28 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 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 215 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 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris 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 | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | LJ 50 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 797 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2380 mm |
