2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1977 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 498 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.
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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Jimmy. (243 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Tonka | 1977 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Tonka | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 243 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6150 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2370 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4200 mm | 2720 mm |
