2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1988 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 348 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Daihatsu Materia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1988 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Daihatsu | Suzuki |
Model | Materia | Jimny |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |