1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 1980 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1980 GMC Jimmy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 GMC Jimmy (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 560 kg more than 1965 Ford Zodiac. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Ford Zodiac. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1980 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac. 1980 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Zodiac has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Zodiac will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Zodiac | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
