1957 Ford Escort vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1957 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1957 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Escort. 1989 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Escort | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escort | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 5002 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |