2008 Honda Element vs. 1973 Suzuki LJ 20
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Suzuki LJ 20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Suzuki LJ 20 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1973 Suzuki LJ 20. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1973 Suzuki LJ 20.
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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Suzuki LJ 20. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Suzuki LJ 20.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Element | 1973 Suzuki LJ 20 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Element | LJ 20 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
