2008 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1504 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.
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 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Discovery | 1985 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Land Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | Discovery | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 539 cc |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 26 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
