1989 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Prix | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 40 L |
