2006 Ford Focus vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 2,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 189 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 1982 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2006 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (130 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Focus | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2560 mm |
