2006 Nissan Quest vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 750 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Quest | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Quest | Jimny |
Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2040 mm |