1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 180 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Valiant | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |
