1979 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 25 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 261 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | LJ 50 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2340 mm |
