1978 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1982 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 75 kg more than 1978 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, 1982 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | LJ 50 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2510 mm |
