1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1983 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1983 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 840 kg more than 1972 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina. 1983 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Cortina | 1983 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cortina | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
