1981 Subaru Rex vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny

To start off, both 1981 Subaru Rex and 1981 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 543 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Rex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Rex (31 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Rex should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 141 kg more than 1981 Subaru Rex.

Because 1981 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Subaru Rex. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Suzuki Jimny (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Rex.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Subaru Rex 1981 Suzuki Jimny
Make Subaru Suzuki
Model Rex Jimny
Year Released 1981 1981
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 543 cc 539 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 31 HP 26 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 43 Nm 52 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 555 kg 696 kg
Vehicle Length 3250 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 2260 mm 2040 mm


 

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