2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Ford F-150.
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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-150 | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2720 mm |
