1986 Pontiac 6000 vs. 2010 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac 6000 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2010 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac 6000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac 6000 | 2010 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | 6000 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
