1967 Mini Countryman vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Mini Countryman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mini Countryman (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mini Countryman should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 Mini Countryman.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mini Countryman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1967 Mini Countryman (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mini Countryman | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mini | Suzuki |
| Model | Countryman | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2040 mm |
