1982 Ford Meteor vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Ford Meteor. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 515 kg more than 1982 Ford Meteor. 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 1982 Ford Meteor. 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 (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Meteor. (117 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Meteor | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Meteor | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1982 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2469 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |