1985 Dodge 600 vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1985 Dodge 600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge 600 (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge 600 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1985 Dodge 600 (180 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge 600 | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | 600 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
