1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 515 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Suzuki |
Model | Eighty-Eight | Jimny |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 352 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2260 mm |