1978 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 33 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A8 weights approximately 1280 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.
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, 2011 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. 2011 Audi A8 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. 2011 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Audi |
| Model | LJ 50 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 3122 mm |
