2005 Suzuki Jimny vs. 1988 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 775 kg more than 2005 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, 1988 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki Jimny | 1988 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Suzuki | Chevrolet |
| Model | Jimny | Astro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1328 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2830 mm |
