1972 GMC Jimmy vs. 2009 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 37 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1972 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 585 kg more than 1972 GMC Jimmy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 GMC Jimmy. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Jimmy | 2009 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | GMC | GMC |
| Model | Jimmy | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
