2005 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corolla (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 125 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1970 Toyota Corolla (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Jimny | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Jimny | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2340 mm |
