1980 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris is newer by 29 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 995 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 879 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 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Yaris (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Jimny | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 970 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
