2005 GMC Safari vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 27 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 1301 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Safari | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2041 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 1940 mm |
