1986 Ford Taurus vs. 1973 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1986 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1986 Ford Taurus. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 450 kg more than 1986 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Taurus. (187 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Taurus | 1973 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
