2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 1940 mm |
