1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 235 kg more than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Falcon. 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, 1993 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (366 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Jimmy | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Jimmy | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2800 mm |
