2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 311 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 2008 Ford Mustang. 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
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2008 Ford Mustang | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | Mustang | Jimny |
Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 48 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2040 mm |