1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1997 Ford Maverick 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 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Maverick (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Maverick | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2388 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
