2000 Honda Life vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2000 Honda Life 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Life weights approximately 46 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 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Life | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Life | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1940 mm |