1992 Ford Fairlane vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1992 Ford Fairlane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fairlane (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 205 kg more than 1992 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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 Fairlane (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fairlane | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fairlane | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2720 mm |
