2003 Subaru Forester vs. 1983 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Forester weights approximately 710 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Forester | 1983 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Forester | Jimny |
Year Released | 2003 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |