1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 30 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 396 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Jimmy | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
