1983 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Corsa (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 923 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2012 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Suzuki Jimny | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Suzuki | Opel |
| Model | Jimny | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
