1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Maverick | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
