2001 Seat Toledo vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo is newer by 16 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Toledo weights approximately 618 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 2001 Seat Toledo. 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, 2001 Seat Toledo (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Seat Toledo | 1985 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Seat | Suzuki |
Model | Toledo | Jimny |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2324 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1314 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |