1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1690 kg more than 1980 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1980 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1980 Suzuki Jimny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford F-250 | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | F-250 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2040 mm |