1977 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1984 Volvo 360 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volvo 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 360 (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 360 should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volvo 360 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 360. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1984 Volvo 360 (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | LJ 50 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2410 mm |
