2005 Nissan Quest vs. 1989 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 16 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 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1206 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 2005 Nissan Quest. 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, 2005 Nissan Quest (314 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Quest | 1989 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Quest | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 537 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2040 mm |
