1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1973 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 218 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Jimmy | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
