1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 258 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 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Corvette | Jimny |
Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |