1962 Ford Consul vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 4,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 568 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Consul | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 4297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
