2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1410 kg more than 1979 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (575 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Excursion | Jimmy |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6801 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 3240 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2720 mm |