2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 678 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
| Model | Tiburon | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
