1993 Ford Aspire vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Aspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Suzuki Jimny (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Aspire | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Aspire | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 40 L |
