1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 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 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
Model | V8 Vantage | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1940 mm |