1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 351 kg more than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Lantra | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1940 mm |