1988 Renault 5 vs. 2003 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 311 kg more than 1988 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Suzuki Jimny (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 5 | 2003 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 5 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2260 mm |
