1979 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 31 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 740 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 2010 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo 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 | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Suzuki | Ford |
Model | LJ 50 | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 539 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2760 mm |