2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,272 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 84 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 1985 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
Model | Familia | Jimny |
Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |