1980 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2011 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 31 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 793 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.
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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Suzuki Jimny | 2011 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Jimny | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4735 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2751 mm |
