1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 GMC Jimmy (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 695 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Sierra | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
