1975 Ford Fairlane vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1986 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Fairlane (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 670 kg more than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1975 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Ford Fairlane | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Fairlane | Jimny |
Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4096 cc | 543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 59 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2040 mm |