2001 Ford TE-50 vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2001 Ford TE-50 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford TE-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford TE-50 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford TE-50 should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford TE-50 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1984 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford TE-50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2001 Ford TE-50 (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Ford TE-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford TE-50 | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | TE-50 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
