1997 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1997 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 748 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Firebird | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Firebird | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3352 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2040 mm |
