1991 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 222 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Festiva. 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Festiva | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2260 mm |
