1983 Skoda L 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 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,046 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Skoda L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Skoda L (44 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Skoda L should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Skoda L weights approximately 45 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 Skoda L (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Skoda L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Skoda L | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Skoda | Suzuki |
| Model | L | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1046 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
