2004 Chevrolet Venture vs. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Venture is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Venture should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Venture. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2004 Chevrolet Venture (285 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Venture will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Venture | 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Venture | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 537 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 1940 mm |
