1976 GMC Jimmy vs. 1971 Ford Escort
To start off, 1976 GMC Jimmy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 GMC Jimmy (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 995 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 GMC Jimmy (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Jimmy | 1971 Ford Escort | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Jimmy | Escort |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |
