1983 Ford Orion vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 6 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Ford Orion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 528 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 1989 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, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Orion. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Orion | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
