1990 Porsche 928 vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 12 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 790 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.
Because 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Porsche 928. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Porsche 928 | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 928 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1940 mm |
