1989 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2007 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Camaro | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
