1990 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1993 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1993 Toyota MR2 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota MR2 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 925 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota MR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1993 Toyota MR2 (304 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Suzuki Jimny | 1993 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Jimny | MR2 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 539 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |