1978 Ford Cortina vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1982 GMC Jimmy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 GMC Jimmy (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Ford Cortina. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 335 kg more than 1978 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (197 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Cortina. (141 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Cortina. 1982 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Cortina | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Cortina | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
