1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2005 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, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Suburban | Jimny |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2210 mm |