1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1984 Ford Sierra and 1984 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 GMC Jimmy (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (75 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 840 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Jimmy (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (119 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra. 1984 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1984 Ford Sierra has manual transmission. 1984 Ford Sierra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Sierra | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |