1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1983 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 4 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 1010 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 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1983 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1983 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 1983 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Avanti | Suzuki |
| Model | Avanti | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2040 mm |
