2005 Subaru Traviq vs. 1987 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Traviq is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Traviq (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Traviq should accelerate faster than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Traviq weights approximately 786 kg more than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Subaru Traviq (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Traviq will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Traviq | 1987 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Traviq | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |
