1979 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1979 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Celica | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Toyota | Suzuki |
| Model | Celica | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2563 cc | 1328 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2260 mm |
