1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,211 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (76 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 281 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
Model | Spirit | Jimny |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2211 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |