2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1980 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 29 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1968 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1980 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
Model | Defender | LJ 50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 537 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 1940 mm |