1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 1985 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1985 Ford Telstar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 850 kg more than 1985 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 1985 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Jimmy | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
