2004 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 256 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1752 kg more than 1980 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Range Rover | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2442 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |
