1984 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1986 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 240 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Suzuki Jimny | 1986 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Jimny | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2040 mm |
