1998 Mitsubishi Magna vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 18 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 740 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 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mitsubishi Magna | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | Magna | Jimny |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |