1980 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 28 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 640 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 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Suzuki Jimny | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Jimny | Yaris |
Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 539 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |