2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1987 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 710 kg more than 1987 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 Legacy (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1987 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1987 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Subaru Legacy | 1987 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Legacy | Jimny |
Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2040 mm |