1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 10 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | V8 Zagato | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1940 mm |
