1988 Porsche 944 vs. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1988 Porsche 944 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 616 kg more than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Porsche 944. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Porsche 944 | 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 944 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 537 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 1940 mm |
