1968 Ford Escort vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1973 GMC Jimmy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Jimmy (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 995 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1973 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1968 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1968 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
