1987 Citroen AX vs. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 10 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | AX | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1940 mm |
