2000 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volkswagen Passat. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Jimny | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jimny | Passat |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
