1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is newer by 13 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1640 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 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. 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, 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Suzuki |
| Model | Silver Spirit | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 1940 mm |
