1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1985 GMC Jimmy
To start off, both 1985 Ford Mustang and 1985 GMC Jimmy were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1985 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 660 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 1985 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Mustang | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 4298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |