1969 Ford Capri vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 345 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Capri | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2560 mm |
