1989 Buick Reatta vs. 2007 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Reatta weights approximately 497 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1989 Buick Reatta (285 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm). This means 1989 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Reatta | 2007 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Reatta | Jimny |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 104 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |