1999 Honda NSX vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 630 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.
Because 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda NSX | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | NSX | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 1940 mm |
