1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1989 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 775 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1989 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Aspen | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 537 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
