1981 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1981 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1981 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Suzuki Jimny | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Suzuki | Vauxhall |
| Model | Jimny | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
