1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 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 1,069 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 323 weights approximately 45 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Suzuki Jimny (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 323 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
