1970 Ford Maverick vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 620 kg more than 1970 Ford Maverick. 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 1970 Ford Maverick. 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Maverick | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2720 mm |
