1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Corvette | Jimny |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |