1984 Ford Tempo vs. 2004 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Tempo (89 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Tempo weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1984 Ford Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Tempo | 2004 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Tempo | Jimny |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |