1992 Rover 400 vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1992 Rover 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Rover 400 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Rover 400 weights approximately 486 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1992 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Rover 400 | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Rover | Suzuki |
Model | 400 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1992 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2040 mm |