2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Suzuki |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2040 mm |
