1997 Marcos Mantara vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1997 Marcos Mantara is newer by 18 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 186 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Marcos Mantara | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Marcos | Suzuki |
| Model | Mantara | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1690 mm |
