1995 Nissan Crew vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1995 Nissan Crew is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Crew (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Crew should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Crew weights approximately 440 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Crew. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1995 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Crew | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Crew | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1940 mm |
