1967 Ford Corsair vs. 1978 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1978 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 915 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Corsair | 1978 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Corsair | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2720 mm |
