1981 Ford Fairlane vs. 2007 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 365 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1981 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fairlane | 2007 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Ford | Suzuki |
| Model | Fairlane | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |
