1980 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 505 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 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Suzuki Jimny | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jimny | Bora |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
