1968 Ford Escort vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 23 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 4,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 620 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 1991 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, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escort | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1968 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |