1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 1986 Ford Capri
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri is newer by 11 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 790 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. 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 1986 Ford Capri. 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 (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 1986 Ford Capri | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Jimmy | Capri |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
