1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1989 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1210 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Explorer | 1989 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Explorer | Jimny |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 537 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2040 mm |