1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 599 cc (3 cylinders), 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe weights approximately 24 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 1985 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | MCC | Suzuki |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2040 mm |
