2007 Ford F-150 vs. 1989 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
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, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-150 | 1989 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 6310 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4150 mm | 2560 mm |
