1981 Ford Granada vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,548 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 397 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. 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, 1981 Ford Granada (152 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Granada | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2548 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
