2001 Daihatsu Move vs. 1982 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 19 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Move is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 125 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 2001 Daihatsu Move. 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, 2001 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Move | 1982 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
| Model | Move | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2040 mm |
