2008 Ford Focus vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 672 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Focus | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2040 mm |