1986 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 26 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 780 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.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. 2012 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1986 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1986 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Suzuki Jimny | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Suzuki | Subaru |
| Model | Jimny | Forester |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 543 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 59 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2616 mm |
