1980 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 855 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | G | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
