1984 Ford Meteor vs. 1981 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1984 Ford Meteor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1984 Ford Meteor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 GMC Jimmy (326 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor. 1981 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Meteor | 1981 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Meteor | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 6210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1945 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 |