1986 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 18 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 830 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.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Toyota Previa. 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Suzuki Jimny | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Jimny | Previa |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 543 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 59 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |