2005 Kia Rio vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 1,343 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 186 kg more than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Rio | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 1940 mm |
