2007 Ford Mondeo vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Ford Mondeo is newer by 27 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 759 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 2007 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, 2007 Ford Mondeo (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Mondeo | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |
