1978 Ford Taunus vs. 1983 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1983 GMC Jimmy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 829 kg more than 1978 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Taunus. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Taunus. 1983 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1978 Ford Taunus has manual transmission. 1978 Ford Taunus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Taunus | 1983 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taunus | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
