1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 1980 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1983 Ford Fairlane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fairlane (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1980 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1980 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 1980 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fairlane | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
