1984 Ford Escort vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 GMC Jimmy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 530 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Escort | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1984 | 1987 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |