2006 Acura MDX vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 27 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 530 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.
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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Acura | Suzuki |
| Model | MDX | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1940 mm |
