1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1989 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1705 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Bentley Turbo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 748 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1989 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Bentley | Suzuki |
| Model | Turbo | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 537 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2040 mm |
