1964 Ford Cortina vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1964 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1964 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Cortina. 1988 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1964 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1964 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Cortina | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cortina | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
