1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 26 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 191 kg more than 1975 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Jimmy | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3050 mm |
