1980 Ford Laser vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 330 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1980 Ford Laser (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Jimny. (111 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Laser | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Laser | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |
