1984 Ford Meteor vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 4,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1984 Ford Meteor. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Meteor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 565 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 1991 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, 1991 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Meteor. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Meteor | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Meteor | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |