1986 Mazda 929 vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 1986 Mazda 929 and 1986 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (145 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Mazda 929 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda 929 | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | 929 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2040 mm |
