1978 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 285 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mustang | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2560 mm |
