2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1985 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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 Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Fiesta | 1985 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fiesta | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2040 mm |
