2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 29 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 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 276 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 2009 Ford F-250. 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Ford | Suzuki |
Model | F-250 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5399 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2040 mm |