1999 Ford Mondeo vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1999 Ford Mondeo is newer by 19 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 585 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.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1999 Ford Mondeo (181 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mondeo | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mondeo | Jimny |
Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |