1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am 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 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. 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, 1972 GMC Jimmy (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am. (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Jimmy | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
