1984 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Phoenix | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
