2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1984 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (91 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 434 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Because 1984 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 GMC Jimmy. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1984 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Taurus | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2560 mm |
