2004 Mazda Premacy vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2004 Mazda Premacy 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 1,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Premacy (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 435 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 Mazda Premacy. 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 Mazda Premacy (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Premacy | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Premacy | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1940 mm |
