1983 Ford Orion vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Orion would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 575 kg more than 1983 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ford Orion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Orion | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Orion | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1983 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |