1999 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 988 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Cuore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore.
Because 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Daihatsu Cuore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1999 Daihatsu Cuore (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Cuore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Cuore | 1977 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Cuore | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1940 mm |
