1980 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 537 cc (3 cylinders), 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Suzuki Fronte (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Suzuki Fronte should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | LJ 50 | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 537 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
