1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2009 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 2009 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mustang | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
