1981 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 32 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 925 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.
Because 1981 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
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1981 Suzuki Jimny | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
Model | Jimny | Maxima |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 539 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 696 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4843 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1467 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2775 mm |