1988 Ford Meteor vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 GMC Jimmy (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Meteor | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
