2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1990 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Porsche | Suzuki |
| Model | 911 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2040 mm |
