1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 1988 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 580 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 1965 Ford Zodiac. 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, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Zodiac | 1988 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Zodiac | Jimny |
Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2040 mm |