1986 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 20 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 290 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 2006 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Suzuki Jimny | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Jimny | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
