1977 Renault 4 vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1981 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 4 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 36 kg more than 1977 Renault 4.
Because 1981 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1977 Renault 4 (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Renault 4 | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 4 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
