2006 GMC Yukon vs. 1982 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1745 kg more than 1982 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 Yukon (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Yukon | 1982 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Yukon | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |
