1976 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 2009 Tata Safari
To start off, 2009 Tata Safari is newer by 33 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Safari (69 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Safari weights approximately 1180 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, 2009 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Safari 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 | 2009 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tata |
| Model | LJ 50 | Safari |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2660 mm |
