2007 Mitsubishi L 200 vs. 1981 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 1224 kg more than 1981 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 Mitsubishi L 200 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi L 200 | 1981 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
Model | L 200 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2040 mm |