1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 GMC Jimmy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 64 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy. 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 1970 Ford Falcon. 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (482 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Falcon | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 482 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
