1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 1 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1425 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1980 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1980 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 GMC Suburban | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | GMC | Suzuki |
Model | Suburban | Jimny |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2040 mm |