2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 565 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 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | Tribute | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 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 | 1370 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |
