1987 Citroen AX vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 9 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 85 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, 1987 Citroen AX (110 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | AX | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 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 |
