2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 19 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 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 358 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 2005 Honda Jazz. 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, 2005 Honda Jazz (151 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Jazz | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Jazz | Jimny |
Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1246 cc | 538 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 52 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |