2006 Ford F-250 vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 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 4,198 cc, 2006 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-250 (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
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 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-250 | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-250 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 539 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 1940 mm |
