1983 BMW 525 vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1983 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,693 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 525 (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1983 BMW 525 (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 525 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2693 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |