2009 Ford F-150 vs. 1978 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 834 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-150 | 1978 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | F-150 | Jimmy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
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 | 310 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5890 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2720 mm |