1982 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 240 kg more than 1982 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Civic | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2260 mm |
