2005 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2005 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 21 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 330 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 2005 Ford Five Hundred. 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, 2005 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Five Hundred | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Five Hundred | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |
