2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 15 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 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1794 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1985 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1985 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 1985 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8100 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2040 mm |
