1985 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1983 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 2 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 770 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 1985 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1985 Nissan 300 ZX (235 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Jimny.
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1985 Nissan 300 ZX | 1983 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | 300 ZX | Jimny |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |