1975 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 205 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Volkswagen Golf | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Volkswagen | Suzuki |
Model | Golf | Jimny |
Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |