1980 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 1983 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 970 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 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, 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | 1983 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | LJ 50 | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 537 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 2040 mm |
