1980 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 365 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volkswagen Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Suzuki Jimny | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
Model | Jimny | Santana |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 539 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |