2009 Ford F-350 vs. 1979 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 is newer by 30 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-350 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1979 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, 2009 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-350 | 1979 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-350 | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 1940 mm |
