2000 Dodge Neon vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 22 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Neon (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Neon weights approximately 421 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 2000 Dodge Neon. 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Neon | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Neon | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 1940 mm |
