1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1979 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1979 GMC Jimmy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1979 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 255 kg more than 1979 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 GMC Jimmy. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1979 GMC Jimmy | |
Make | Cadillac | GMC |
Model | DeVille | Jimmy |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7734 cc | 4093 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |