2000 Saab 03-Sep vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saab 03-Sep (206 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 834 kg more than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Saab 03-Sep (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Saab 03-Sep | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Saab | Suzuki |
| Model | 03-Sep | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
