2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 29 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 135 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 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Accent | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1940 mm |
