1978 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 1991 Tatra T613
To start off, 1991 Tatra T613 is newer by 13 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Tatra T613 (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Tatra T613 should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tatra T613 weights approximately 950 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.
Because 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Tatra T613. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1991 Tatra T613 (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Tatra T613 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 | 1991 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Tatra |
| Model | LJ 50 | T613 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2990 mm |
