1975 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 35 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 252 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mondeo. 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, 2010 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1975 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Jimmy | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 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 |