1991 Renault 4 vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1991 Renault 4 is newer by 11 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 970 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Suzuki Jimny (48 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Renault 4. 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 1991 Renault 4. 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, 1980 Suzuki Jimny (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Renault 4 | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 4 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 62 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
