2005 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 22 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 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 620 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.
Because 1983 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda Civic (218 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 1983 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Civic | Jimny |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1684 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |