1986 GMC Jimmy vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1986 GMC Jimmy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 750 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 GMC Jimmy | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Jimmy | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |
