2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Canyon | 1985 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | GMC | Suzuki |
Model | Canyon | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2040 mm |