1984 GMC Suburban vs. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1984 GMC Suburban is newer by 4 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1504 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. 1984 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 has manual transmission. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 537 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 1940 mm |
