1977 Ford Granada vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1977 Ford Granada. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 609 kg more than 1977 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Granada. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Granada. 1990 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Granada | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Granada | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
