1984 GMC Jimmy vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 29 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 506 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Focus. 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 (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
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1984 GMC Jimmy | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Jimmy | Focus |
Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2649 mm |