1958 Ford Vedette vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 375 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Vedette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette. 1982 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Vedette has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Vedette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Vedette | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Vedette | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2560 mm |
