1968 Mazda Luce vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 370 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Luce (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mazda Luce | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | Luce | Jimny |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |