1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1972 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1976 Ford Cortina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Jimmy (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 736 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 GMC Jimmy (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 1972 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1972 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cortina | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
