1972 Ford Torino vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 420 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Torino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1972 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Torino | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 40 L |
