1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1630 kg more than 1986 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 (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1986 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1986 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 | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | F-250 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 780 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 |
