2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Suzuki LJ 50. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 has manual transmission. 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1976 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | CL | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 1940 mm |
