1986 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 15 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 2,981 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1120 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, 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Suzuki Jimny | 2001 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Jimny | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 543 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 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 | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |