1996 Honda S-MX vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1996 Honda S-MX is newer by 20 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda S-MX weights approximately 530 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 1996 Honda S-MX. 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, 1996 Honda S-MX (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda S-MX | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | S-MX | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1940 mm |