1999 Honda S2000 vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1999 Honda S2000 is newer by 13 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S2000 weights approximately 575 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 1999 Honda S2000. 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, 1999 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda S2000 | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | S2000 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2040 mm |
