1978 Mazda 929 vs. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 929 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 537 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 1940 mm |
