1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST is newer by 26 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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 580 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
Because 1972 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mitsubishi SST. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jimmy | SST |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
