1979 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Opa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Opa (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Opa weights approximately 526 kg more than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Opa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2000 Toyota Opa (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Opa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | LJ 50 | Opa |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2630 mm |
