1985 Lotus Excel vs. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1985 Lotus Excel is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lotus Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lotus Excel (181 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lotus Excel should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lotus Excel weights approximately 431 kg more than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lotus Excel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1985 Lotus Excel (232 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Lotus Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lotus Excel | 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Lotus | Suzuki |
| Model | Excel | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2174 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 1940 mm |
