1996 Honda Civic vs. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Honda Civic (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 537 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 1940 mm |