2009 Ford Escape vs. 1982 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 27 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 GMC Jimmy. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 858 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 1982 GMC Jimmy (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1982 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Escape | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
