1984 Suzuki Jimny vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 2039 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. 2012 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 1984 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1984 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Suzuki Jimny | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Suzuki | Ford |
| Model | Jimny | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 539 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2729 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3386 mm |
