1970 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
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, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Jeep | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2260 mm |
