1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1978 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1978 GMC Jimmy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 282 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1978 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1970 Chevrolet Camaro (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 1978 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Camaro | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
