2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 27 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 859 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (189 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Kia | Suzuki |
Model | Sportage | Jimny |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 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 | 1549 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2040 mm |