1986 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 660 kg more than 1978 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, 1986 Chevrolet Blazer (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Blazer | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1940 mm |
