1990 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 17 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1345 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Suzuki Jimny | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Jimny | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3120 mm |
