2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1975 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 29 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (191 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 140 kg more than 1975 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. 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, 2004 Ford Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1975 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Freestar | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2720 mm |
