1983 Nissan Stanza 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 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Stanza (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 190 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.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Nissan Stanza (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Stanza | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Stanza | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |
