1996 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1996 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Civic | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
