1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1972 GMC Jimmy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 960 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina. 1972 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1963 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1963 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1972 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cortina | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
