1992 Ford Laser vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Laser would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Laser (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 225 kg more than 1992 Ford Laser.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Laser. 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 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Laser | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Laser | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
