1993 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1982 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 780 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1993 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Camaro | 1982 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Camaro | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2040 mm |
