2000 Suzuki Vitara vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 535 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
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 Suzuki Vitara (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Vitara | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Vitara | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 1940 mm |
