1968 Ford Escort vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 16 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1010 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 1984 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, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort. 1984 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. 1984 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
