1978 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour is newer by 21 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 502 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 1999 Ford Contour. 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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. 1999 Ford Contour has automatic transmission and 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 has manual transmission. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | 1999 Ford Contour | |
Make | Suzuki | Ford |
Model | LJ 50 | Contour |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 539 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2710 mm |