1982 Avanti Avanti vs. 2011 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2011 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1982 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Jimny. 1982 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2011 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 2011 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Avanti Avanti | 2011 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Avanti | Suzuki |
Model | Avanti | Jimny |
Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |