1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 362 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 1984 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Jimmy | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
