2006 Nissan Armada vs. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 790 kg more than 1980 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Armada | 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Armada | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 537 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 1940 mm |
