1986 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (86 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 695 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. 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, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Suzuki Jimny | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Jimny | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2490 mm |
