1981 Ford Granada vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1981 Ford Granada and 1981 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1981 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 620 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada. 1981 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1981 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1981 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Granada | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1981 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 6210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |