2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1983 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 23 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1974 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.
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, 2006 GMC Envoy (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 GMC Envoy | 1983 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | GMC | Suzuki |
Model | Envoy | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2040 mm |