1983 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1988 Volvo 240
To start off, 1988 Volvo 240 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 240 (96 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 240 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1988 Volvo 240 (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Suzuki Jimny | 1988 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volvo |
| Model | Jimny | 240 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
