1980 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 24 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1495 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Suzuki Jimny | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Jimny | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3010 mm |
