1996 Mini MK VI vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1996 Mini MK VI 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mini MK VI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mini MK VI (41 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mini MK VI should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 124 kg more than 1996 Mini MK VI.
Because 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mini MK VI. 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 Mini MK VI (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mini MK VI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mini MK VI | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Mini | Suzuki |
| Model | MK VI | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
