2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 29 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (135 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 571 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.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Captiva | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
