1990 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,133 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 170 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 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
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1990 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Camaro | Jimny |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3133 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |