1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,244 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Lancer | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2040 mm |
