2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2466 kg more than 1979 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 has manual transmission. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Excursion | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 5406 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 1940 mm |
