1989 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 21 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 1617 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.
Because 1989 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2010 Volkswagen Beetle (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Suzuki Jimny | 2010 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Suzuki | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jimny | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 537 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
