1981 Ford Escort vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort 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 138 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 930 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. 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 1981 Ford Escort. 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 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Escort | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2720 mm |
