2004 Honda Odyssey vs. 1989 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Honda Odyssey is newer by 15 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Odyssey (252 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 1340 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 2004 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2004 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. 2004 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1989 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1989 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Honda Odyssey | 1989 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Odyssey | Jimny |
Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 537 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2040 mm |