1991 Ford Escort vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 Ford Escort is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 309 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort. 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 1991 Ford Escort. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escort | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
