1989 GMC Jimmy vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1989 GMC Jimmy is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Jimmy | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | GMC | Mercury |
| Model | Jimmy | Comet |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
