1989 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1997 Suzuki X90
To start off, 1997 Suzuki X90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Suzuki X90 (96 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Jimny | 1997 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Jimny | X90 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 537 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |
