1983 Ford Meteor vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1983 Ford Meteor is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (173 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 995 kg more than 1983 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Meteor. 1975 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1983 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1983 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Meteor | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Meteor | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2720 mm |
