1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 1973 Ford Capri
To start off, 1973 Ford Capri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Capri (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 738 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (190 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 1973 Ford Capri | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Jimmy | Capri |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
