2004 Nissan Armada vs. 1983 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 21 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1584 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 1983 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Armada | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2040 mm |
