1980 Suzuki LJ 50 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 27 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1530 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.
Because 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | LJ 50 | Transporter |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 537 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1940 mm | 3010 mm |