1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 780 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1940 mm |
