1990 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 20 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 571 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 2010 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Suzuki Jimny | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Suzuki | Chevrolet |
Model | Jimny | Colorado |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 539 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |