1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 21 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 657 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Naked is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 120 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, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Naked | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1940 mm |
