1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1983 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1983 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,153 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (62 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (180 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jeep CJ5 | 1983 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
Model | CJ5 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3153 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |