1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. 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 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Jimmy | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2469 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2490 mm |
