1993 Ford Fairlane vs. 1976 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1993 Ford Fairlane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fairlane (198 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 190 kg more than 1993 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1976 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1993 Ford Fairlane (348 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fairlane | 1976 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Fairlane | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 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 |
