1992 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1987 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 5 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 4,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 125 kg more than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 1987 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 1992 Ford Crown Victoria (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Crown Victoria | 1987 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4598 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
