1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 19 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1395 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-150 | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | F-150 | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 1940 mm |