1988 GMC Jimmy vs. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 280 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1988 GMC Jimmy | 1979 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Jimmy | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2910 mm |