1996 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1996 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda RX-01 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda RX-01. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Mazda RX-01 (220 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda RX-01 | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | RX-01 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1940 mm |
