2004 Honda FR-V vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V is newer by 28 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda FR-V (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 895 kg more than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda FR-V | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | FR-V | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 1940 mm |
