2008 Ford Taurus vs. 1976 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 693 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus.
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, 2008 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus | 1976 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2720 mm |
