1987 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1987 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (124 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 370 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Suzuki Jimny | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Jimny | Carina |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
