2008 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 28 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 340 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Jimny | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Jimny | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
