2002 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 938 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.
Because 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Buick Park Avenue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. 2002 Buick Park Avenue 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. 2002 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Buick Park Avenue | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Park Avenue | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1940 mm |