1998 Ford Puma vs. 1986 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1998 Ford Puma is newer by 12 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Puma (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Puma weights approximately 230 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.
Because 1986 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Puma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1998 Ford Puma (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Suzuki Jimny. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Puma | 1986 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Puma | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2040 mm |
