1983 Ford Capri vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1983 Ford Capri is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Capri weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1983 Ford Capri (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Capri | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Capri | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2040 mm |
