2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1974 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1974 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1974 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 1974 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1974 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Five Hundred | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
