1985 Nissan Patrol vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1985 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
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, 1985 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Nissan Patrol | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Patrol | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 1940 mm |
