2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 571 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Corvette | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 537 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
