2007 Daihatsu Terios II vs. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is newer by 27 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Terios II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Terios II weights approximately 420 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, 2007 Daihatsu Terios II (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Terios II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Terios II | 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Terios II | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 537 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 1940 mm |