2001 Pontiac Bonneville vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 20 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 651 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 2001 Pontiac Bonneville. 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, 2001 Pontiac Bonneville (380 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville has automatic transmission and 1981 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1981 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Bonneville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Bonneville | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Bonneville | Jimny |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 52 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2040 mm |