1982 GMC Jimmy vs. 2010 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2010 Ford Mondeo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 270 kg more than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Mondeo. 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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 GMC Jimmy | 2010 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Jimmy | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
