1990 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 15 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 685 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 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Suzuki Jimny | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
Model | Jimny | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 539 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2610 mm |