1986 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Electra weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Electra | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Electra | Jimny |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2210 mm |